Vice Chief Justice of Wellmoore
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The Vice Chief Justice is the second senior-most justice in the Supreme Court of Wellmoore as well as the Deputy Chief Judge.
| Vice Chief Justice of Wellmoore | |
|---|---|
| Vice-Chefe de Justiça de Wellmoore | |
Incumbent None Appointed | |
| Supreme Court of Wellmoore | |
| Style | Your Honour (in court) The Honourable (formal) |
| Type | Justice |
| Abbreviation | VCJW |
| Member of | Supreme Court of Wellmoore |
| Reports to | Chief Justice of Wellmoore |
| Nominator | Minister of Justice |
| Appointer | Chief Justice of Wellmoore |
| Term length | Life Tenure |
| Constituting instrument | Constitution of Wellmoore |
| Formation | 15 March 2020 |
| Unofficial names | Deputy Supreme Justice |
History
The role of Vice Chief Justice originated on 15 March 2020, with the foundation of the Supreme Court of Wellmoore. The role was created to act as a deputy to the Chief Justice.
Role and Duties
The primary roles of the Vice Chief Justice are:
- Sit as a Justice on the Supreme Court
- Aid the Chief Justice
- Act as Chief Justice in their Absence
Appointment
The Vice Chief Justice is appointed by the Chief Justice. However the Minister of Justice may nominate candidates for the Chief Justice to consider.